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Police Plan Town Hall Meetings To Enhance Security In Kogi

The Kogi State police command has planned to embark on town hall meetings tagged “meet the people outings” toward enhancing peace and security in the state. The Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, made the disclosure during a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, the Ohimege Igu of Koton-Karfe, Saidu Akawu Salihu, on Wednesday. Mr Dantawaye explained that the town hall meetings were solely to enhance police-community relationships, gather feedback, and align security strategies with the needs of local residents. The commissioner assured the monarch and the people of ongoing efforts to improve security through inter-agency cooperation, intelligence sharing, and consistent community dialogue. He commended the traditional ruler for fostering inter-agency collaboration and en...

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ICPC Boss Seeks Abolition Of Discrepancies In Public Officers’ Remuneration

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Musa Aliyu, has called for the abolishment of discrepancies in the salaries and remunerations of public servants in the country. Mr Aliyu made the call on Wednesday at the ongoing National Conference on Public Accounts and Fiscal Governance, organised by the Senate and the House of Representatives Public Accounts Committees. The theme of the three-day conference is “Fiscal Governance in Nigeria: Charting a New Course for Transparency and Sustainable Development.” Represented by ICPC’s Director of Finance, Michale Akporo, Mr Aliyu described the current remuneration system as ‘apartheid’ in nature and a justification for corruption. He stated, “Remove justification for corruption by aboli...

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NABTEB Releases Technical Colleges Entrance Results, 39% Score 50% And Above

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) says only 39 per cent of candidates who sat for the 2025 entrance examination into Federal Technical Colleges scored 50 per cent and above. The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the board, Aminu Mohammed, disclosed this on Wednesday in Benin City, Edo State, while announcing the results of the recently conducted National Common Entrance Examination. The announcement marked the commencement of a three-day exercise for the selection and placement of students into the colleges. Mr Mohammed stated that the 39 per cent pass rate accounted for 9,389 of the total 24,074 candidates who participated in the examination. He added that only 1.31 per cent, representing 316 candidates—scored 70 per cent and above in the ...

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Toyin Saraki joins Bayer sustainability council

By NAN Mrs Toyin Saraki, Founder and Executive Director of the Wellbeing Foundation Africa, has been appointed as a member of the Bayer AG Sustainability Council.This is contained in a statement personally signed by Saraki in Abuja on Tuesday.According to the statement, Saraki joins a distinguished group of global experts tasked with advancing Bayer’s sustainability strategy, with a focus on health equity, food security, and climate resilience.The announcement follows the recent restructuring of Bayer’s independent Sustainability Council, which was unveiled on Monday. Five new members, including Saraki, were welcomed into the advisory body.Other appointees named in the statement include Facundo Etchebehere, Lisa Lange, Philipp Rösler, and Cori Wittman Stitt.It said that the council pro...

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Ajah E. Emmanuel Assumed Role of Nigerian Ambassador to the United Kingdom at Diplomatic Conference 2025

Abuja, Nigeria – June 26, 2025 Ajah E. Emmanuel proudly served as Nigerian Ambassador to the United Kingdom at the Diplomatic Conference 2025, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja. The high-level conference, organized by the African Transformer Institute in partnership with the Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development (CEPASD), brought together diplomats, foreign affairs professionals, legislators, development agencies, and aspiring diplomats to deepen engagement on Nigeria’s foreign policy agenda, diplomacy, multilateralism and international cooperation. During the Diplomatic Simulation Exercise, Ajah E. Emmanuel served as the Nigerian Ambassador to the United Kingdom 🇬🇧, where he engaged in robust bilateral negotiations aimed at strengthening Nigeria–UK re...

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Features: Nigeria’s trade landscape in Tinubu’s 2 years

By Vivian Emoni, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) By many accounts, Nigeria, in two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, has witnessed significant industrial growth and trade facilitation. It has also attracted billions in foreign direct investment. The administration, through collaboration across sectors, has provided support for local businesses, enhanced industrial capacity, and integrated Nigeria into global markets. Stakeholders, who appraised Tinubu’s two years in office, say the administration has reinvigorated the country’s trade relations and repositioned it in an approach that reflects a renewed commitment. An economic expert, Dr Desmond Oluwadare, said there had been proactive engagements, tangible outcomes in terms of trade partnerships, diaspora engagem...

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ECDA President, Abuluya buries younger brother, Solomon

" As Gov. Sule's father,Alhaji Sule Bawa, Abu Giza, Nassarawa Eggon LGA Chair, officer Mark Abashi, Amb. Isaac Kigbu, others attend funeral service brother in Lizzen Keffi The Sarkin Gudi and father of Gov. Abdullahi Sule , Alhaji Sule Bawa, has urged MD Abuluya, the ECDA President to see his younger brother death as an act of God. Alhaji Sule Bawa made the during the funeral service of late Solomon Abuluya, younger brother to the President of Eggon Cultural Development Association, ECDA, Mr Mandy David Abuluya at Eshiagbi, Lizzen Keffi in Agidi Administrative Area Council. He condoled and urged the ECDA President, the family and Eggon nation to take solace in God over the death of Solomon. Alhaji Sule Bawa, the father of Governor Abdullahi Sule, used the medium to commend the...

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NIPR, Nasarawa Govt. sign MoU to establish University of Public Relations

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nasarawa State Government on the establishment of a University of Public Relations and Leadership.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the MoU was signed by Gov. Abdullahi Sule and the NIPR President Dr Ike Neliaku on Monday in Abuja.Sule expressed his utmost appreciation, admiration and commitment to the project of establishing the university.The governor said that he is 100 per cent committed to the project and thanked NIPR leadership for the wonderful things they have done.“We have to continue to show commitment so that the world would understand that in Nigeria, we have people that, when they commit, they live by that commitment.“NIPR is a wond...

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Araba of Ibadanland Mourns Death Of Olubadan, Congratulates Senator Rashidi Ladoja As Successor

The Araba and Oluisese of Ibadanland, Araba Ifalere Odegbemi Odegbola II, has expressed profound sorrow over the death of His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Akinloye Owolabi Ige Olakulehin I, the Olubadan of Ibadanland. In a press release from the office of the Araba of Ibadanland, Araba Odegbola extended heartfelt condolences to the royal family, the government of Oyo State, the entire Ibadan community, and all Yoruba people. He described the loss as a significant blow to the traditional institution and the region as a whole. The Araba praised the late monarch’s unwavering commitment to the welfare, unity, and development of the people of Ibadanland, highlighting his exemplary leadership throughout his reign. At the same time, the Araba of Ibadanland congratulated Senator Rashid...

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Cleric urges Nigerians to embrace unity, respect law

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Senior Pastor of Good Tidings Bible Church International, Pastor Dayo Olutayo, has called on Nigerians to be humble, united and respect the laws of the land to attract goodness of God.Olutayo made the call at a church special service to celebrate its mandate prayer convention “Outpouring 2025” on Sunday in Abuja.The celebration with the theme, “The Reawakening” was organised to pray for members of the church and the country in general.“Nigeria would soon undergo a positive transformation that would move us from lack and hopelessness to plenty and hopefulness that will usher the goodness of God.“But before then, Nigerians must be united; the unity of the country is very important to God,” he said.According to him, if Nigeria is united, God will always listen...

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Ibadan Mourns: Olubadan Oba Owolabi Olakulehin Passes Away At 90

The city of Ibadan is in mourning following the death of its revered monarch, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. The traditional ruler died in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025, just two days after celebrating his 90th birthday. Oba Olakulehin ascended the throne in July 2024, following the passing of his predecessor, Oba Moshood Lekan Balogun. His coronation, which took place on July 12, 2024, was marked by widespread joy and hope for unity and progress in Ibadanland. The late Olubadan was widely respected for his wisdom, humility, and commitment to the development of Ibadan. During his brief reign, he worked to foster peace and strengthen the bonds among the city’s diverse communities. News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of tribut...

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Eur Ing Dr. Chinedu Ogwus Clinches Dual Honors at Kigali Rwanda Awards: Named Africa’s Peace Icon and Leadership Laureate

By Genesis Ogiri | Continental Affairs Correspondent Kigali, Rwanda – In a resounding affirmation of technical brilliance wedded with humanitarian compassion, EUR ING Dr. Chinedu Ogwus, PhD, CEng, IntPE(UK), MEI, has been unveiled as one of Africa’s 100 Most Notable Peace Icons for 2025 during a historic African gathering in Kigali, Rwanda. The event, attended by high-level dignitaries, pan-African diplomats, and global peace advocates, celebrated outstanding leaders shaping the future of the continent through peacebuilding, innovation, and ethical leadership. At the Kigali event, Dr. Chinedu Ogwus was celebrated with dual continental honors—the 100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa Award and a Medal of Honor by the African-Asian Chamber of Commerce & Industry. These prestigiou...

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Nigerians lauds Omokamo Godwin-Isaac

…..describe her as a selfless, benevolent and law-abiding Nigerian It was a night of encomium, accolades and eulogies from different classes of humanity especially among the elites for Amb.Dr Rebecca Omokamo Godwin-Isaac, CEO, Homadil Realty LTD who celebrated her birthday on July 5, 2025. It was like a roll call of men and women of decency, which among them is a former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Mr Omobayo Godwins. Pouring accolades on the Amb. Dr Rebecca Omokamo Godwin-Isaac, the Former Deputy Governor described her as a selfless and benevolent Nigerian whose contribution to human and national development is outstanding. Godwins who saluted the celebrant for her integrity, character and meekness, said that she had distinguished herself as a hardworking and resourceful wom...

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Rotary Club of Abuja CBD set to execute projects on education, Polio 

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The new President of Rotary Club of Abuja,  Central Business District (CBD), Rotarian Lauratu Yenwan, says the club is set and will focus on education and eradication or Polio during her tenure. Yenwan stated this in her speech shortly after her investiture, and fund raising for club project and award in Abuja on Saturday. The event with the theme, “Uniting for Good: Building a enter World, One Community at a Time” was organised by the club. According to Yenwan, will want to give a beffitng environment for children to acquire education at Gidan Gimba Village, an adopted community in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. “My first priority is to educate the younger ones to become leaders of tomorrow. And also to end polio, because, if we...

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Nasarawa Lawmaker, Hon. Ogazi distributes car, 21 motorcycles, 20 sewing machines, worth millions of naira to constituents.

"… 20 women get 50,000 each as start up cash, as Hon. Ogazi receives commendations for rolling out people's driven projects… " Member representing Kokona East Constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Daniel Ogah Ogazi, has distributed 21 motorcycles, 20 sewing machines and a car worth millions of naira to his constituents. Hon. Ogazi also dolled out N50, 000 to each beneficiary of the sewing machines as a start up initiative to ameliorate their sufferings. This, he said was to change on their standard of living positively. Ogazi, Chairman, House Committee on Rules and Business made the distribution today in Garaku, Kokona LGA. He said that the gesture was part of his continued commitment to improve on the well being of his people. Hon. Ogazi assured the...

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Araba Odegbola Congratulates Olubadan On His 90th Birthday

The Araba and Oluisese Ibadanland, Araba Ifalere Odegbemi Odegbola II, has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Akinloye Owolabi Ige Olakulehin 1, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, on the occasion of his 90th birthday. In a statement released, Araba Odegbola praised the Olubadan for his enduring leadership, wisdom, and steadfast commitment to the cultural heritage and progress of Ibadanland. He described the monarch as a “foremost traditional ruler and custodian of Yoruba tradition,” whose life and reign have been marked by service, unity, and the promotion of peace within the community. “Your Imperial Majesty’s nine decades are a testament to a life dedicated to the service of humanity, the preservation of our cherished values, and the advancement of I...

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Family Launches GoFundMe To Honor Eunice Asiwe’s Legacy With Dignified Farewell

The family of Eunice I. Asiwe, a beloved mother and grandmother known for her strength, kindness and deep community commitment, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise $50,000 for her funeral and burial expenses. Eunice Asiwe’s life was marked by love, faith and resilience, touching many through her generous spirit and nurturing presence. Her family described her as a pillar of wisdom and comfort whose impact will be remembered for years to come. To help give Eunice the dignified farewell she deserves, the Asiwe family is seeking support through a GoFundMe page, inviting contributions of any size. Those unable to donate financially are encouraged to share the campaign and keep the family in their thoughts and prayers. The fundraising page can be found at: https://gofund.me/7...

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Odoro Ikot community drags Port-Harcourt DisCo to House of Rep over 50m billing

Members of the community at the House of Rep By Constance Athekame The people of Odoro Ikot has dragged the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHEDC) before the Committee on Public Petitions of House of Representatives for unlawfully disconnecting 17 communities in Odoro Ikot Clan of Essien Udim Local Government of Akwa Ibom State from electricity supply since since 2019. The community representatives were led to the Investigative hearing by the Chairman, Odoro Ikot Development Association, Abuja Chapter, Sir Uwem Useh. The Chairman claimed that PHEDC unlawfully billed them in violation of capping for estimated billing for un-metered non MD Customers which resulted to debt of N500 million and disconnected the light of 17 communities for nearly 7 years. ''While ...

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2027: Nassarawa Eggon APC stakeholders appeal to Sule to contest Nasarawa North senate seat

Stakeholders of All Progressives Congress ( APC) from Nassarawa Eggon Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, have called on Gov. Abdullahi Sule to contest for Nasarawa North Senatorial seat come 2027. Hon Mohammed Muluku, the State’s Commissioner for Water Resources and Rural Development made the call on behalf of the stateholders during its meeting in Nassarawa Eggon LGA on Friday. He said that Gov. Sule had done well as Governor of the State, hence the need for the call. Muluku, who is a former legislator in the state said that Gov. Sule has done well in the area of health, water, education, infrastructure employment, empowerment among others. " His Excellency, Engr. A A Sule has done well in almost all sectors of the economy , we wants him to contest for Nasarawa North Se...

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VON targets 500m Swahili listeners through partnership with Tanzania

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Director-General, Voice of Nigeria (VON), Malam Jibrin Ndace, says VON is targeting about 500 million Swahili language listeners in South and East Africa “with contents that tell the African story.”Ndace made this known when he received the Tanzanian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr selestine Kakele in his office on Friday in Abuja.He said that this objective would be achieved by bolstering VON’s Swahili language partnership with the Tanzanian Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) to boost the exchange programme between them.According to him, VON will also send a reporter to TBC in a matter of weeks to boost and accomplish the objectives of the exchange programme between them.He also promised that the sole Nigerian foreign broadcasting organisation would send re...

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